Legal Support In Southern California For Those Who’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated

Getting fired from a job can have all sorts of implications. However, even though California is an at-will employment state, there are some illegal reasons for them to fire you. If you suspect that you were wrongfully terminated from your job, my team and I at Turk Law Firm are here to help you fight for justice and hold your employer accountable.

How Do I Know If I Was Wrongfully Terminated In California?

To determine if that’s the case, you may want to ask yourself these questions based on the following types of wrongful termination:

• Discrimination: Do you believe that your employer fired you due to a discriminatory reason, such as your race, gender, age, sexual orientation or other protected class?
• Retaliation: Before you were fired, did you report any illegal activities you witnessed? If so, did your employer start treating you differently or giving you poor performance before they fired you?
• Breach of contract: Did you sign an employment contract as part of your job? Did your employer violate the terms of the contract as part of firing you?
• Violation of public policy: Did your employer fire you for reasons that violate public policy, such as taking legally entitled family or medical leave?
• Lack of cause: Did your employer fire you without a legitimate reason? Did they fire you even though you had consistently good performance?

If you suspect wrongful termination, please get in touch with me today. I can thoroughly examine the circumstances of your case and help you pursue the justice you deserve. Get in touch with me today by calling 818-962-7586.

What To Do After Being Wrongfully Terminated

If you believe your employer fired you for illegal reasons in California, make sure to take the following steps:

1. Gather evidence: Collect relevant documentation, such as emails, performance reviews, employment contracts and other communications that could support your claim.
2. Document everything: Write down specific details about your firing, such as dates, conversations and the names of anyone who may have witnessed your firing.
3. Review your employment rights: Make sure you understand your rights as an employee, as well as California’s employment laws. Having a thorough understanding of these laws could help you spot potential violations.
4. File a complaint with relevant agencies: If your firing involved discrimination or retaliation, you can submit a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
5. Explore legal action: If necessary, you may pursue legal action against your employer. In other cases, you may wish to settle your case. I can help you review the circumstances of your situation and determine an option that fits well with your needs and goals.
6. Stay informed about deadlines: Be aware of the time limits for filing claims related to wrongful termination. Acting promptly is crucial.

By taking these steps, you can protect your rights and seek the appropriate solutions to your wrongful termination dispute. If you have additional questions or concerns, you can reach out to me at any time.

Wrongful Termination In An At-Will Employment State

Proving wrongful termination is often difficult. Because California is an at-will employment state, any employee can be fired at the will of the employer at any time for any reason unless it is in violation of an employment contract, public policy or law. Documenting everything that you can and acting quickly is critical to success. If you believe you were wrongfully terminated, your first step should be consulting with a wrongful termination lawyer as soon as possible.

Reasons For Termination That Are Considered Unlawful

In broad terms, termination of employment is illegal if it arises from discrimination, retaliation or a violation of law, an employment contract or public policy. A violation of public policy includes things such as firing an employee for taking time off to serve in the National Guard, vote or serve on a jury. It is also illegal to fire an employee in retaliation for reporting what is reasonably believed to be illegal activity or unsafe conditions in the workplace, which is often referred to as “whistleblowing activity.”

Firing an employee based on discrimination because of their age, gender, disability, or other personal characteristics and protected classifications is also grounds for a wrongful termination lawsuit.

Contact The Turk Law Firm

If you believe that you were wrongfully terminated, contact me today to set up a free initial consultation by calling 818-962-7586 or filling out my online contact form.